Col de Portel
Midi-Pyrenees, france
3.1km 140m 4.5%
4Cat 4 D72
Col de Portel
Midi-Pyrenees, france
The D72 rises 3.1km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 140m to 1,434m. The average gradient of 4.5% disguises ramps of 17.3% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. Located in Midi-Pyrenees, France.
- Higher summit than 98% of climbs in Midi-Pyrenees.
- Steeper maximum gradient than 96% of climbs in France.
- A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
3.1km
Avg Gradient
4.5%
Max Gradient
17.3%
Elevation Gain
140m
Summit
1,434m
Wall Rating
3.5
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What things cost
Typical prices in France
€3.20
Coffee
€6.00
Beer
€15.00
Meal
€1.80
Water
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